Algonac State Park

Algonac State Park
Algonac State Park
	Location within the state of Michigan
Location	Clay Township; St. Clair County, Michigan
Nearest city	Algonac, Michigan
Area	2.27 mi² (5.90 km²)
Governing body	Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Website	Official website

Algonac State Park is a 1,450-acre (5.9 km²) state park in St. Clair County, Michigan. The park has approximately a half mile (800 m) of St. Clair River frontage, making viewing of international freighters a major attraction.^[1]

Ecology

Approximately 83% of the park's area is undeveloped. This undeveloped portion of the park encompasses significant lakeplain prairie and oak openings (savannas),^[2] which have been described as unique natural environments in Michigan. The park is home to at least 22 plant and animal species classified as endangered, threatened, or special concern .^[3]

Facilities and activities

Hunting: The park is open to hunting during the fall and winter.
Playground
Hiking
Cross-country skiing on ungroomed trails
Fishing: Walleye fishing can be found in the St. Clair River.
Picnicking
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Shelter
Shooting/Archery range
Camping
Metal Detecting - Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreational activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage the natural and cultural resources nor violate applicable state statutes. Use a map that shows clearly where this activity may take place. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation.

References

^ "Algonac State Park". Retrieved 2011-09-14.
^ "Algonac Prairie & Savanna". Retrieved 2011-09-27.
^ "Algonac State Park". Retrieved 2011-09-14.

External links

[1] "Algonac State Park". Retrieved 2011-09-14.

[2] "Algonac Prairie & Savanna". Retrieved 2011-09-27.

[3] "Algonac State Park". Retrieved 2011-09-14.

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